Pearl of a Find: The Hungry Pearl Serves Up Every Lunch Craving

If you’re hankering for some lunch but not quite sure which cuisine to go for, head to the Hungry Pearl (100 Pearl St.), where you’ll find a dozen diverse eateries sure to hit the spot. Here you can find foods from across the globe with quality meals that meet most dietary needs, from vegan to gluten free. Plus, there’s plenty of seating, so you can dine on-site with all your work pals (or take your meal to go if you choose).
The Hungry Pearl, formerly Urbanspace, is open Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., with all vendors open by 11 a.m. Click here for more information and to see the full list of options and for the option to order for pickup. Happy eating!
Below is the full list of eateries you’ll find at the Hungry Pearl:
Bao by Kaya
Taiwanese cuisine that specializes in soft and savory taco-shaped bao stuffed with delicious fillings and sauces.
Chevere!
Delicious comfort foods that will reflect a love for cooking and true understanding of classic Puerto Rican cuisine. Mixing a combination of cultures, food options include smashed plantains, boneless fried chicken and yuka fritas.
Coney Shack
Unique street food options from across Southeast Asia. Dishes like Vietnamese honey pork and beer battered crunchy fish provide a casual dining experience with an abundance of flavor.
Extra Sauce
Mouth-watering burgers and delectable waffle fries. Classics to the extreme.
Kati Thai
Home-style Thai food with classics like Pad Thai and flavorful noodle soups.
Katsu Katsu
Japanese recipes influenced by decades of tradition — exquisitely crafted sushi rolls and rice bowls, homemade curry and more.
Little Bigs
Your classic sandwiches with quality ingredients and topped off with signature Little Bigs sauces.
Petisco Brazuca
Mouth-watering savory foods like coxinha and pao de queso (cheese bread), as well as the delicious classic Brazilian dessert, brigadeiro.
Pita Yeero
Authentic Greek food. Healthy, simple ingredients that combine to make delicious dishes that satisfy your taste buds. Pita Yeero serves Mediterranean classics like gyros and baklava along with sides like french fries and rice.
Playa Bowls
Smoothies, acai bowls and the like made with fresh fruits and natural ingredients. Perfect for those not in the mood for a hardy meal, or for people who just can’t get enough fruit!
Senshi Ramen
From large platters to small bowls, Senshi Ramen offers comfort foods like noodles and dumplings with unique flavors and delicious side options.
TwentyOneGrains
A completely gluten-free restaurant offering classic lunch and dinner items like healthy wraps, filling bowls and fresh salads.
Seamore’s
A new downtown outpost of your favorite spot for sustainably sourced, quality seafood. Coming soon!
photo: Oleg Nagel